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The Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana has decided to suspend the planned 15% increase in transport fares that was set to take effect on Monday, July 22, 2024.
This decision was influenced by the rising costs of fuel and essential spare parts needed for the transport business.
Initially, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) had advised commuters to disregard the fare hike announcement, emphasizing the necessity for proper stakeholder engagement before any fare adjustments.
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In an interview with Citi Business News, David Agboado, the Public Relations Officer of the Concerned Drivers Association, explained that the timing for the fare increase would worsen the public’s economic situation, leading to the decision to suspend the hike.
“We the transport operators have sat together and come to the understanding that although fuel, spare parts, and everything have increased, this is not the right time to raise transport fares. That’s why we have decided to suspend the fare increase,” he stated.
David Agboado urged commercial drivers to continue charging the existing fares until a more appropriate time for an increase is determined.
“I advise my fellow drivers to exercise patience. We made the initial decision to increase fares in their interest, and this decision to suspend is also in their interest. The right time will come for an increase,” he added.
